Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the
relative teaching time and student effort required to
successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may
include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also
the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and
complete all assessment requirements, including any
non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

In this unit you will plan and implement a project, work effectively within an organisation and accept responsibility for and monitor own work. You will also develop your employability skills in the workplace and produce a reflective journal on the experience.This course includes a work integrated experience in which your knowledge and skills will be applied in a real or simulated workplace context and where feedback from industry and/or community is integral to your experience.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VPAU015 Plan and implement a project in the workplace

Element:

1 Develop project plans

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Develop plans and strategies based on workplace or project needs to achieve identified operational outcomes in collaboration with relevant personnel1.2 Develop scope and objectives based on:- overall goals- feedback from individuals- monitoring of workplace operations1.3 Identify and analyse internal and external factors which may impact on the plan to ensure the achievement of planned and agreed outcomes1.4 Consult appropriate colleagues during the development of the plan to confirm and/or adjust details of the plan as required1.5 Develop resource strategies to support planned project processes and outcomes1.6 Develop administrative framework and systems to ensure planned project outcomes1.7 Identify and communicate priorities, responsibilities and timelines to those who will implement the plan1.8 Develop evaluation systems in consultation with appropriate colleagues to monitor and adjust project outcomes1.9 Develop an internal and external communications strategy to keep all stakeholders informed

Element:

2 Implement and monitor project

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Oversee implementation of operational plan 2.2 Provide support and assistance to colleagues involved in implementing the plan and deal with contingencies as required2.3 Comply with reporting requirements, if required2.4 Oversee monitoring of financial control systems2.5 Establish and maintain a file of all relevant documentation and correspondence2.6 Obtain additional resources in accordance with agreed policy

Element:

3 Work effectively with others

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Undertake responsibilities and duties and project requirements in a positive manner to promote cooperation and good relationships3.2 Share information relevant to the work with the work team3.3 Recognise and resolve problems and conflict and/or refer to appropriate person(s) as appropriate3.4 Communicate with other colleagues in accordance as required3.5 Understand, interpret and apply instructions in the workplace consistent with the specified requirements

Element:

4 Accept responsibility for and co-ordinate own work and performance

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Monitor own work according to requirements for job quality, contribution to work targets, timelines and resource use4.2 Clearly communicate additional support to improve performance to the appropriate person.4.3 Perform responsibilities and duties in accordance with enterprise policies and procedures

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.

Details of Learning Activities

This unit takes place in the workplace. The duration of work placement is approximately 3 weeks. The participant will work with the placement coordinator to locate suitable placements. They will prepare for and attend the workplace. Whilst in the workplace they will support the industry team in developing, implementing, and monitoring workplace projects. A work placement can also include freelance work with a client.

Teaching Schedule

Week

Activity

Element

1

18 - 29 JulyPlacement in industry

1,2,3,4

2

18 - 29 July Placement in industry

1,2,3,4

3

17Oct - 4 NovPlacement in industry

1,2,3,4

4

17Oct - 4 NovFolio advisement session

4

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

Overview of Assessment

Students will prepare for, attend and reflect on workplacement. Students will also finalise their portfolio for industry.

Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:

Resume portfoilo

Reflective journal

Submission of WIL documentation and industry feedback

A final assessment of Competency Achieved or Not Yet Competent will be given at the end of the course, when students complete the work placement and related documentation.
To be deemed competent students must satisfactorily complete all Learning Elements and related Performance Criteria.
This unit is not graded.

An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.

Assessment Tasks

The application of this unit sees an individual artist or designer planning and implementing a project, working effectively within an organisation and accepting responsibility for and monitoring own work. This work would usually be carried out under limited supervision and competency will be demonstrated as a work placement.The majority of this unit is delivered in the work place.Participants must submit the following completed forms at the end of each placement:&#8232;• Form A&#8232;• Evaluation report